What party did Lafayette Foster belong to?

Lafayette Foster was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Connecticut in the U.S. Senate.

When did Lafayette Foster serve in the U.S. Senate?

Lafayette Foster served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1855 to March 3, 1867, representing Connecticut.

When did Lafayette Foster die?

Lafayette Foster died on September 19, 1880.

Historical Profile

Lafayette Foster is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Republican Inactive

Lafayette Foster

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

Lafayette Foster (died 1880) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from December 1855 to March 1867, during the 34th–39th Congresses. Foster served as a Republican. Foster died on September 19, 1880.

Key Information

Full Name: Lafayette Sabine Foster
Died: September 19, 1880
Term Started: July 4, 1861
Term Ended: March 3, 1867
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Dec 3, 1855 – Jul 4, 1861 34th–37th Congresses Republican Connecticut
Jul 4, 1861 – Mar 3, 1867 37th–39th Congresses Republican Connecticut

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Connecticut

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Foster's service:

Isaac Toucey (CT) 1855–1857
James Dixon (CT) 1857–1867